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Cultivating Hope – Harvesting Change Project (CH-HC)

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“Planting Knowledge, Creating Opportunities”

New Agriculture New Generation, in collaboration with PRAKSIS and with the support of the Citi Foundation, is implementing, from February 2025 and for a duration of two years, the program “Cultivating Hope – Harvesting Change Project (CH-HC)”, under the central message “Planting Knowledge, Creating Opportunities.”

Tackling Homelessness through Education and Employment

Homelessness is one of the most complex social issues of modern societies, affecting thousands of people in Greece. The CH-HC program aims to provide meaningful opportunities for integration and empowerment through training and hands-on experience in the agrifood and tourism sectors — two industries with significant growth and employment potential.

Through a holistic framework of education and practical training, participants gain access to educational seminars, on-the-job experience and theoretical instruction delivered by specialized professionals.

The practical training will take place in vegetable gardens, offering participants hands-on experience in cultivation and land care, while also engaging them in theoretical modules that promote environmental awareness, professional readiness and personal empowerment.

A Two-Year Program with Meaningful Social Impact

The CH-HC program aims to reach at least 300 beneficiaries, providing free participation and the opportunity for genuine social and economic inclusion.

Trainings will be conducted in five cycles over the two-year period, with November 2025 marking the launch of the first training cycle in Attica.

To express interest, participants can fill out the application form HERE.

For more information, please contact Ms. Ioanna Tabaki:
📞 +30 6985866432
📧 [email protected]

Global Support for Local Impact

The Global Innovation Challenge supports innovative initiatives that address economic and social challenges in low-income communities around the world.

The main goals of the program include:

  • developing skills and professional qualifications,

  • providing personalized support,

  • enhancing employability in the agri-food and tourism sectors, and

  • promoting entrepreneurship.

Learn more
Read the Program Information Sheet HERE.

LandShift

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Co-creating sustainable land solutions across Europe with Horizon Europe support

Join us in the LandShift initiative — an EU-funded research project reshaping land-use planning for a climate-resilient future. By blending cutting-edge innovation, local voices, and Nature-Based Solutions, LandShift delivers balanced land use and thriving communities.

What is LandShift?

LandShift is a pioneering EU-funded research project aimed at transforming how land is managed across Europe. Through evidence-based research and regional collaboration, it develops inclusive and efficient land-use strategies that align with the European Green Deal and the New European Bauhaus, helping nature, communities, and regional development flourish together.

Our Role in LandShift

We are proud to be an active partner in LandShift, contributing to the co-creation of Living Spaces — real-world regions across Europe including Greece — where communities, researchers, and policymakers collaborate to design and test sustainable land-use solutions.

Why It Matters

Land isn’t just a resource — it’s the foundation of biodiversity, climate resilience, community wellbeing, and Europe’s sustainable future. But mounting pressures like climate change, soil degradation, and biodiversity loss put this precious resource at risk. Traditional land-use management needs bold innovation.

LandShift addresses this by deploying advanced tools — from Earth Observation and AI to Data Cubes and multi-criteria analysis — to monitor, predict, and support smarter land-use decisions. These technology-powered, nature-based strategies help restore ecosystems, promote food security, and ensure balanced regional development.

How It Works

  • Data-driven tools like AI, Earth Observation, and Data Cubes empower regional authorities and stakeholders with actionable insights.
  • Nature-Based Solutions tailored to each Living Space support biodiversity, sustainable biomass, and community wellbeing.
  • Inclusive, community-led development ensures that solutions are practical, location-specific, and scalable across Europe.

Living Spaces at Work

In diverse settings—ranging from rural farms to forests in regions across France, Italy, Poland, Ukraine, and here in Greece — LandShift’s Living Spaces serve as dynamic testbeds for co-created, sustainable land-use strategies.

A Shared Vision for the Future

At its core, LandShift transforms land into more than a resource—it becomes the foundation of productive, beautiful, diverse, and resilient landscapes. Guided by New European Bauhaus principles, the project delivers replicable models and decision support frameworks that empower policymakers and regions across Europe.

Stay Connected

This project is funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement No. 101182007.

Join us in shaping a sustainable, climate-resilient future for Europe’s landscapes.

Learn more — landshift.eu

8th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up in Korinthos

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The 8th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up, themed: “Innovative Solutions for the Transition to a Circular Bioeconomy – Eliminating Plastic Waste in Agriculture and Food Packaging“, will take place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the Chamber of Korinthia.

New Agriculture New Generation has been organizing TrophyΤροφή since 2019, through the founding donation of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). It has collaborated with most universities, research institutes, multinational companies, and VCs.

A unique opportunity for students, entrepreneurs, researchers, and professionals in the agri-food sector to network, exchange ideas, and get informed about digital transformation and precision agriculture.

Sponsor of the 8th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up is DS SMITH. The event is implemented with the support of the Chamber of Korinthia.

Program:

17:00-17:10 | Welcome Remarks: Panagiotis Louziotis, President of the Chamber of Commerce of Corinthia

Representative of Local Government

Representative of DS Smith

17:10-17:20 | Presentation of TrophyΤροφή 2025 & Daily Agenda

17:20-17:40 | Presentation of Case Studies by DS Smith

17:40-18:10 | Panel Discussion: “Smart and Sustainable Food Packaging: Innovation Meets Entrepreneurship”

Participants:
Nikos Papavasileiou, Manager of the Cooperative “ENOSI KIATOU I.K.E.”

Markos Leggas, Appointed Advisor for European Programs & Innovation, Regional Councilor of Corinthia, Vice President of the Board of Agribator – Center for Innovation & Agrotechnology of Peloponnese

Anastasia Bravou, Agronomist, BRAVOS STAFYLIA STIMAGKAS S.A.

Konstantinos Xydis, SALAD FARM XYDIS K KOLOPASTAS D NEZIS K OE

Moderator: Fanis Kourebes, Agronomist, Member of the Board of the Geotechnical Chamber of Greece

18:10-18:15 | Q&A

18:15-18:30 | Break

18:30-19:00 | 2nd Panel Discussion: “Sustainable Packaging in Practice: Scientific Knowledge with Horizontal Application in the Market”

Participants:
Representative of the University of Peloponnese, School of Agriculture and Food

Representative of Practical SAEK Corinth – Agricultural School of Nemea

Dimitris Tsamparlis, Owner of “Gnisies Gefseis” (Authentic Flavors)

Representative of Mandrekas Dairy S.A.

Moderator: Dr. Anastasios Kampolis, Chemist, CheMa Laboratories

19:00-19:05 | Q&A

19:05-19:15 | Break

19:15-20:00 | Idea Generation Workshop

20:00-20:30 | Presentation of Ideas & Closing

Practical Olive Growing Guide

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Practical Olive Growing Guide

Everything you need to know about modern olive cultivation – in one guide!

The Practical Olive Growing Guide was created as part of the Open Olive Oil Academy, implemented in 2024 by New Agriculture New Generation, through the founding donation of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), and in collaboration with the Municipality of North Kynouria and the Chamber of Arcadia.

What will you find in the Guide?

· Practical advice on olive cultivation
· Essential knowledge about the tree, soil, diseases, irrigation, and olive oil production
· A valuable reference tool for every modern olive grower
· Recommendations based on scientific evidence and hands-on experience

The Guide is the result of the work of an interdisciplinary team of experts and can stand alone—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced olive grower.

Download the Guide (in Greek) for free and improve your cultivation practices!

7th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up in Ierapetra

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The 7th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up, titled: “Innovative Solutions for the Transition to a Circular Bioeconomy – Eliminating Plastic Waste in Agriculture and Food Packaging” will take place on Tuesday, May 31, 2025, at Agro Expo Ierapetra.
The organization New Agriculture New Generation has been organizing TrophyΤροφή since 2019, with the founding donation of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). It has collaborated with most universities, research institutions, multinational companies, and VCs.

Sponsor of the 7th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up is DS SMITH. It is implemented under the auspices of the Region of Crete and the Department of Management Science & Technology of the Hellenic Mediterranean University.

Detailed Program:

18:00–18:05 | Welcome Remarks

18:05–18:10 | Presentation of TrophyΤροφή 2025 & Daily Agenda

18:10–18:20 | Presentation: “Smart and Sustainable Food Packaging,” Orestis Matanakis, Commercial Director, DS Smith Hellas

18:20–18:50 | 1st Panel Discussion: “Smart and Sustainable Food Packaging: Innovation Meets Entrepreneurship”

Participants:

Orestis Matanakis, Commercial Director, DS Smith Hellas
Konstantinos Vassakis, Assistant Professor, Department of Management Science and Technology, Hellenic Mediterranean University
Marina Pitropaki, Producer

Moderator: Stavros Papadopoulos, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Senior Manager, New Agriculture New Generation

18:50–19:20 | 2nd Panel Discussion: “Sustainability in Agricultural Production and Optimal Resource Management: From Research to Application”

Participants:

Giorgos Kladakis, President, Agricultural Cooperative of Vegetable Producers of Arvi
Georgios Koumbouris, Researcher at ELGO, Specialization in Olive Cultivation
Nektarios Kourgialas, Researcher at ELGO, Specialization in Irrigation and Water Resource Management

Moderator: Stavros Papadopoulos, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Senior Manager, New Agriculture New Generation

19:20–19:40 | Idea Generation Workshop

19:40–20:00 | Idea Presentations & Closing

Olive Cultivation and Olive Oil Production Seminar

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The aim of this specific open and modern seminar is to provide participants – in a short period of time – with introductory knowledge and important basic information on olive tree care.

The topics covered include olive tree pruning, plant physiology, appropriate cultivation techniques, plant protection methods, and the use of irrigation systems.

Simple, fast, on your own time

This webinar is asynchronous and can be followed at your own pace, allowing you to grow your knowledge whenever and however you want.

This course is addressed to:

• Olive growers, whether professionally or supplementarily involved.

• Professionals from the entire value chain of olives and olive oil, such as olive mill owners, processors, and traders.

• Students and young professionals: Individuals who wish to gain knowledge about olives.

Meet the Instructor, Dimitrios Psathas:

Dimitrios Psathas is a lecturer at Perrotis College of the American Farm School in Thessaloniki, specializing in Olive Cultivation and Olive Oil Processing Systems. As the founder of Klea Premium Goods, he plays a leading role in ensuring the quality of the company’s products. With extensive experience as an Agronomist Consultant, he has made significant contributions to olive grove management and the production of high-quality extra virgin olive oil. He is a certified olive oil taster and has been recognized in various competitions and research programs.

Agrifood Leadership

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Developing the Future Leaders of Agrifood in Greece

The organization New Agriculture New Generation is designing and implementing for the 3rd time in Greece the innovative Agrifood Leadership program, under the academic guidance of Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA and under the auspices of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food. Founding Donor of New Agriculture New Generation is the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF).

The first specialized Leadership Program in Greece for the agrifood sector!

Agrifood Leadership is a high-quality educational program designed for entrepreneurs, professionals, and emerging leaders in the agrifood industry.

The main goal of the program is to provide essential and practical knowledge related to the development of leadership skills, communication abilities, and expertise on selected key topics in the sector (agronomic and environmental).

Target Audience:

– Executives, entrepreneurs, farm owners, members of cooperatives and producer groups, agribusiness banking professionals, and public sector staff
– Emerging mid-to-senior level executives who hold positions of responsibility and lead teams
– Talented professionals in development who are about to lead new teams or have recently assumed leadership roles

Program Format:

Seven experiential three-day sessions including training, structured networking activities, on-site visits to key agrifood decision-making centers, and hands-on leadership role-playing activities — along with three online training sessions.

Program Modules:

  • Leadership and Communication

  • Leadership and Management

  • Leadership and Analytical Skills

  • Creating the Leader

  • Building and Working with Teams

  • Marketing Strategy

  • Governance / EU Decision-Making

  • Agricultural Economy and Policy / Visit to the Ministry of Rural Development and Food (ΥΠΑΑΤ)

  • Business Management

  • Digital Marketing

6th TrophyTροφή Meet-Up in Florina

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The 6th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up, titled: “Innovative Technologies for Increasing Productivity in Agriculture,” will take place on Thursday, May 15 at the Auditorium of the School of Agricultural Sciences, University of Western Macedonia – Florina.

The organization New Agriculture New Generation has been organizing TrophyΤροφή since 2019, with the founding donation of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). It has collaborated with most universities, research institutes, multinational companies, and VCs.

The 6th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up is co-organized with the University of Western Macedonia and the Department of Agriculture of the University of Western Macedonia, under the auspices of the Chamber of Florina and the Region of Western Macedonia.

Program:

Main Topic: Innovative Technologies for Increasing Productivity in Agriculture

17:00–17:15 | Welcome Remarks:
Fokion Papathanasiou, Chair, Department of Agriculture, UoWM
Athanasios Taskas, Deputy Regional Governor of Florina
Valina Rosa, President, Florina Chamber of Commerce
Nikos Tsironis, Business Support Consultant, Florina Chamber of Commerce

17:15–17:25 | Presentation of TrophyΤροφή 2025 & Day’s Agenda

17:25–17:35 | Introductory Talk: Innovative applications for a modern and sustainable agriculture,
Stefanos Testempasis, Assistant Professor, UoWM

17:35–18:05 | 1st Panel Discussion: “The Digital Transformation of Crop Protection and Cultivation”

Participants:
Moderator: Filippos Bantzis, Assistant Professor, UoWM
Dr. Evangelos Karagiannis, Assistant Professor, UoWM
Stefanos Testempasis, Assistant Professor, UoWM
Dr. Giannis Tsakiris, Technical Director, Agrocell
Dimitris Vakamis, Founder, AgroQ

18:05–18:10 | Q&A

18:10–18:20 | Introductory Talk: Green Transition in Agri-food: Improving the Carbon Balance,
Vasileios Ampas, Assistant Professor, UoWM

18:20–18:50 | 2nd Panel Discussion: “Carbon Footprint of Agriculture”

Participants:
Moderator: Vasileios Ampas, Assistant Professor, UoWM
Eleni Kasapidou, Associate Professor, UoWM
Giorgos Galanis, Research Associate, i-BEC
Vasilis Mylonas, Agronomist, Kir-Yianni Estate
Ilias Platis, Market Development Manager, FarmB Digital Agriculture

18:50–18:55 | Q&A

18:55–19:10 | Break

19:15–20:00 | Idea Generation Workshop

20:00–20:30 | Idea Presentations & Closing

5th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up in Kavala

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The 5th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up, with the theme: “Digital Transformation and Precision Agriculture”, will take place on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at the Kavala Chamber of Commerce.

The organization New Agriculture New Generation has been organizing TrophyΤρόφη since 2019, with the founding donation of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). It has collaborated with most universities, research institutions, multinational companies, and VCs.

The 5th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up is co-organized with the Democritus University of Thrace, with the support of the Kavala Chamber of Commerce, and under the auspices of the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace.

Detailed Program:

Main Theme: Digital Transformation and Precision Agriculture

17:00-17:05 | Opening Remarks:
Stavros Papadopoulos / Akis Karamavros,
Ioannis Paliokas

17:05-17:10 | Welcome Addresses:

  • Maria Michalopoulou, Professor – Member of the Administrative Council, Democritus University of Thrace (D.U.Th.)

  • Theodoros Markopoulos, Deputy Regional Governor of Kavala

  • Souzy Mavrommati, Director, Kavala Chamber of Commerce

17:10-17:15 | Presentation of Trophy-Trofi 2025 & Day’s Program

17:15-17:20 | Presentation of Enterprise Europe Network

17:20–17:30 | 1st Thematic Session (Introductory Presentation):
“Digital Transformation in the Agri-Food Sector”

Giorgos Giordamlis, Chairman of the Board, Prisma Electronics S.A.

17:30–18:00 | 1st Panel Discussion:
Participants:

  • Ioannis Paliokas, Assistant Professor, Democritus University of Thrace (Moderator)

  • Kyriakos Panitsidis, Assistant Professor, University of Western Macedonia

  • Giorgos Giordamlis, Chairman of the Board, Prisma Electronics S.A.

  • Eugenia Filosoglou, President of the Philippi Trade Association

  • Dimitrios Kourtides, Assistant Professor, Democritus University of Thrace

  • Georgios Papakostas, Professor – Head of the Department of Informatics, Democritus University of Thrace

18:00–18:05 | Q&A

18:05–18:15 | 2nd Thematic Session (Introductory Presentation):
“Precision Agriculture Technologies”

  • Ioannis Kostavellis, Assistant Professor, International Hellenic University (Moderator)

  • Despina Bloukou, Public Health Expert & Forester M.Sc. – Drone Operator, Bloukos General Disinfection

  • Ilias Platis, Market Development Manager, FarmB Digital Agriculture S.A.

  • Dimitris Aidonis, Professor – Chair, Department of Supply Chain Management, International Hellenic University

  • Dimitrios Kolovos, Finance Operations Manager, Bluechain Tech

18:45-19:00 | Break

19:00-19:45 | Idea Generation Workshop

19:45-20:15 | Idea Presentations

20:15-20:30 | Voting, Awards & Closing

4th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up in Thessaloniki

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The 4th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up, titled: “Innovative Solutions for the Transition to a Circular Bioeconomy – Eliminating Plastic Waste in Agriculture and Food Packaging,” will take place on Tuesday, May 6, at Perrotis College in Thessaloniki.

New Agriculture New Generation has been organizing TrophyΤροφή since 2019, with founding support from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). Over the years, it has collaborated with leading universities, research institutions, multinational companies, and VCs.

The 4th TrophyΤροφή Meet-Up is co-organized with the American Farm School, Perrotis College, and the American College of Thessaloniki, and is held under the auspices of the Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce & Industry (TCCI) and the Region of Central Macedonia. The Meet-Up is sponsored by DS Smith.

Main Theme: “Innovative Solutions for the Transition to a Circular Bioeconomy – Eliminating Plastic Waste in Agriculture and Food Packaging”

17:00-17:15 | Welcome Remarks:

  • Nikos Tzollas, Deputy Regional Governor for Digital Governance, Region of Central Macedonia

  • Dr. Kiki Zinoviadou, Dean, Perrotis College

  • Panagiotis Menexopoulos, General Secretary of the Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EBETH) – CEO, Afoi Menexopouloi SA

17:15-17:25 | Presentation of TrophyTrofi 2025 & Day’s Program

17:25-17:35 | Presentation: “Smart and Sustainable Food Packaging”
Orestis Matanakis, Commercial Director, DS Smith Hellas

17:35-18:05 | 1st Panel Discussion: “Smart and Sustainable Food Packaging: Where Innovation Meets Entrepreneurship”

Participants:

  • Dr. Kiki Zinoviadou, Dean, Perrotis College

  • Nikos Tzollas, Deputy Regional Governor for Digital Governance, Region of Central Macedonia

  • Orestis Matanakis, Commercial Director, DS Smith Hellas

Moderator:
Stavros Papadopoulos, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Senior Manager, New Agriculture New Generation

18:05-18:20 | Break

18:20-18:35 | Fireside Chat: “Carbon Farming & Resilient Food Systems”

Speakers:

  • Stella Psarropoulou, Alexandria Innovation Zone

  • Grigoris Chatzikostas, General Partner, Loggerhead Ventures

  • Akis Karamavros, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Associate, New Agriculture New Generation

18:35-19:05 | 2nd Panel Discussion: “Sustainable Food Supply Chains: The Role of Knowledge in Shaping Modern Business Models”

Participants:

  • Dr. Sofia Lalous, Head of Environmental Science Department, Perrotis College

  • Dimos Moutsaras, Head of Supply Chain, Lidl Hellas

  • Panagiotis Menexopoulos, General Secretary of EBETH – CEO, Afoi Menexopouloi SA

Moderator:
Stavros Papadopoulos, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Senior Manager, New Agriculture New Generation

19:05-19:15 | Break

19:15-19:20 | Presentation: “From Business Idea to Action”
Nikolas Chourvouliadis, Director, The Entrepreneurship Hub, ACT – American College of Thessaloniki

19:20-20:00 | Idea Generation Workshop

20:00-20:30 | Idea Presentations & Closing

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